But the thing I love the most about Bobby’s work is that when he uses a patterned fabric it is almost always a damask.

It’s a refreshing, elegant note for his casual, but oh-so-chic interiors.

A little more information about Bobby McAlpine

His interiors range from a relatively minimalistic modern-trad to English Jacobean in style; or an eclectic mix. Bobby McAlpine’s Montgomery, AL-based business spans some three decades. His architectural firm named McAlpine Tankersley Architecture includes the principles, Greg Tankersley, John Sease, Chris Tippett and David Baker.

In 1997 McAlpine opened an interior design firm with Ray Booth and Susan Ferrier called McAlpine Booth & Ferrier Interiors. They maintain offices in Nashville, Atlanta and New York.

In addition to being published in countless magazines, Bobby has penned a beautiful book: The Home Within Us . In addition, he has created lines of upholstered furniture for Lee Industries and case goods for MacRae in Atlanta.

Well, let me shut-up and get to the pretty pictures! :]

Bobby McAlpine

I do believe that I could be quite happy spending the rest of my days in just this one room. I find this breathtakingly gorgeous!

Not sure if I would’ve had the courage to use such large lanterns, but they do work and augment the architectural drama inherent in the space.

The damask linen is a more feminine note to the strong forms. Many of these rooms were done years ago. But, no matter for they are timeless and classic. Another thing I love is Bobby McAlpine’s use of drapes to provide separation and an additional layer of texture and richness.

Another fabulous feature of Bobby’s interiors is that he often juxtaposes elements like weathered wood, steel, glass and concrete, against velvets, silks and a fine Oushak rug.

That kind of design “tension” is what makes his rooms exceptional spaces.

The lighter, softer rooms are usually the McAlpine Booth and Ferrier rooms. I think that for the most part they are my favorite because they are more traditional, but never boring.

For some reason, I’m craving a bar of chocolate. ;] yummy!

Ray Booth worked for a time with another interior design giant who I will be posting about soon, John Saladino.

As a matter of fact, this vignette could be by Saladino. The occasional table is his design and the colors and styles are very much in the manner of Saladino. However, it’s attributed to McAlpine, Booth and Ferrier

Bobby does do kid’s rooms. I love this! I see no reason why a kid can’t have a sophisticated, elegant room!

A more unusual Aubusson rug featuring shades of red. I think a good term for his style would be rustic, traditional minimalism.

This is the exterior of the home of the two previous images. Pretty cool!

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Some years ago I had the privilege of doing a photo shoot in two of Bobby’s own homes in Montgomery, AL. What an amazing talent. Marcie gave a great description of the man I met. A great talent and person! Thank you for sharing on your blog.ReplyCancel

I have never met Bobby McAlpine, but he always brings to mind the character of Atticus Finch,a somewhat shy,thoughtful,always elegant intuitive being who goes about the world sharing his grace through his sacred gift.